Sermons on Struggle:

Making Church More Interesting

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 29, 2007

What if Jesus showed up where we live?

Making Church More Interesting Mark 1:21-28 (LA Times Article: "Religion abounds at YMCA) Many people today are not dinging church interesting or relevant. That’s strange, because when Jesus lived on earth, the most common reaction was amazement. Sometimes people were upset or angry, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trust In The Lord

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 5, 2008

A message of encouragement when it comes to trusting in God’s promise(s).

Trust in the Lord John 14:1-4 Introduction Do you ever feel like your lives are just spinning out of control? Is there ever a feeling that things just keep compounding themselves and they never really let up? This morning, I’d like to take a look at the need for comfort, the promise of comfort, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4, 1 John 14:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret Of Breakthrough Faith

Contributed by Angel Caballero on Jun 7, 2009

If you think your faith is not enough for a miracle, see Jesus on the cross for you, and faith you need to face any situation or challenge s will come into your life. Just look too Jesus! The author and finisher of faith.

Introduction : We will study faith today through the binacular of GRACE and finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross. Through the years of being a Christian we heard teachings about faith which is not filtered by the finished work of Christ. Maybe some of us heard that in order to receive ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Church Of God

Saved From What?

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Mar 9, 2009

Paul gives us a couple of shocking truths that greatly impact our lives. He tells us from what we are saved and what to do when we are suffering. Absolutely shocking but totally life-changing!

-We talk in the Christian church, especially the protestant church, about salvation -However, I don’t think that we really know what we are talking about sometimes -Salvation means that we were in danger -What was the cause of our danger? -Or maybe better yet, from what did Jesus save us? -Most ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Revelation 1

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

background of Revelations

Welcome & Prayer What basically do you know and have you been taught about Revelation? -special blessing for reading (1:3) -Span of Bible: Where does Revelation fall? *gospels: ministry of Christ acts: founding of the church epistles: principles for the church Revelation: future of the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Shape Of Hope Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 9, 2011

The shape of hope is not wishful or positive thinking, but rather action

Romans 8:12-25 “The Shape of Hope” INTRODUCTION Some of the greatest Christian hymns are songs of hope: “My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less,” “Rock of Ages,” “Oh God, Our Help in Ages Past,” and many more. Christians are a people of hope. But, we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-26

Denomination: Lutheran

How Can Jonah Sleep So Soundly When Running Away From God? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 11, 2013

A look at how a defiant attitude can cause us to not care that we're disobeying God.

HOW CAN JONAH SLEEP SO SOUNDLY WHEN RUNNING AWAY FROM GOD? Defiance can overwhelm any sense of guilt. - Jonah 1:5. - There are other possibilities here for why Jonah is able to enter into a deep sleep: it could have been physical exhaustion; it could have been that he’s so tormented by his ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Hope And Holiness Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 30, 2014

Foreigners in a Foreign Land Hope and Holiness

Foreigners in a Foreign Land Hope and Holiness 1 Peter 1:13-16 David Taylor We are in the midst of a first of three mini series in 1 Peter. The first, “Foreigners in a Foreign Land” (1:1-2:10) we are looking at what Peter says about our identity, our salvation, suffering, and holy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is You Glass Of Comfort With God Half Full Or Half Empty?

Contributed by Dr. Joseph Foster on Feb 27, 2012

God is no respecter of persons but, when your glass is half empty it can sometimes feel that way.

Is your glass of comfort with God half full or half empty? Comfort is such a wonderful thing to have with someone. We are comfortable with our spouse or mate, we are comfortable around our parents and grandparents and of course most of us are comfortable with ourselves but, is your glass of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Tuesday--The God Fo The Living Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 11, 2010

For Jesus, the kingdom of God is not primarily about the dead, but about the living, not primarily about life after death, but about life in this world.

Mark 12:18-27 “Tuesday—God of the Living” INTRODUCTION For the past couple of weeks, the world has been enjoying the competition of the Winter Olympics. There have been some close competitions. A few major upsets, like the United States hockey team defeating Canada have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:18-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Push Beyond Your Limit Series

Contributed by Rev. Reynaldo Bechayda on Sep 14, 2010

An assurance that every believers have been empowered by God to do what he does and even greater things...

“Push Beyond Your Limit” Introduction: Whenever we struggle in our walk with God there’s always a tendency for an immature believer to entertain the option of quitting. The easiest thing to do is to quit but of course all of us know that this is not the best solution. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Coming Of Christ Brings Me Peace

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

The coming of Christ brings me peace for my life.

The Coming of Christ Brings Peace John 1:19-28 VIDEO: John Denver and the Muppets - “The Peace Carol” People are looking for peace. Today, people are looking for peace in conflicts between countries. People want peace in their families, and peace in their homes. But it is very hard to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

Environment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

God created the human beings with good environment to live together

Romans. 8:18-25 Environment & Future Glory By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan World Environment Day (WED) is observed every year on JUNE 5 to raise global awareness to take positive environmental action to protect nature and the planet Earth. It is run by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Securing Divine Help Through Prayer Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 22, 2026

Prayer is the God-ordained channel through which believers attract divine intervention and secure help beyond human capacity.

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH PRAYER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:1-2 Key Verse: “I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.” (Psalm 121:1-2, KJV) Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 33:3; James 5:16; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In The Beginning God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 3, 2026

God is the eternal originator of all things, and every true beginning finds meaning, order, and purpose in Him.

IN THE BEGINNING GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 1:1 Key Verse: “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.” - Genesis 1:1 Supporting Texts: John 1:1-3; Hebrews 11:3; Psalm 90:2; Isaiah 46:9-10; Colossians 1:16-17 INTRODUCTION The Bible opens with a powerful ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God